Sport and Charity come together this Saturday night with the hosting of a National Family Night at the Dogs in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland.
Special events are taking place at all seven tracks where racing takes place on Saturday; Shelbourne Park in Dublin, Dundalk, Mullingar, Limerick, Waterford, Newbridge and Tralee.
Funds raised will go towards mainly local and a number of national projects run by the charity.
“We are once again delighted to be partnering with the Irish Greyhound Board for this fantastic event,” said Pat Clarke, Chief Executive of Down Syndrome Ireland.
“Without the generous support of the sport and its customers our national fundraiser would not be possible. Down Syndrome Ireland is 97% funded by voluntary contributions and without this goodwill and support we would not be able to provide our nationwide services to our 3,000 member families, which are in huge demand and under resourced.”
“Fundraising is a very important part of the Irish Greyhound Board’s yearly calendar,” said Orla Strumble, Head of Sales and Marketing.
We helped raise over €6 million in each of the last two years by hosting benefit and fundraising nights at all 17 greyhound racing venues nationwide.”
“We are delighted to host the third year of our Family Night at the Dogs events for Down Syndrome Ireland and are looking forward to an even more successful turnout this year. The vast amount of funds raised and growing attendance figures each year is testament to the great support that exists for Down Syndrome Ireland.”
Stars from across sport will be present to lend a hand on the night and RTE’s Marty Morrissey was one of those who contributed to a special promotional video made for the occasion.
You can find out more by going to www.downsyndrome.ie or www.igb.ie

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